2006 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1019 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Legacy | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |